What is a temporary abandoned water well?

A temporary abandoned water well refers specifically to a well from which the drilling rig has been removed, indicating that the well is not currently in production or use but may be intended for future use. This status typically occurs when drilling operations have halted, either due to the need for further work, evaluation, or completion of other procedural requirements.

While options about maintenance, permanent sealing, and reconstruction may describe various states of a well, they do not accurately capture the specific condition of temporary abandonment. In this context, the absence of the drilling rig signifies that the well is not operational at that time but does not mean it is permanently out of service. This key distinction is critical for understanding the lifecycle of water wells and their regulatory statuses.